“In a world filled with hate, we must still dare to hope. In a world filled with anger, we must still dare to comfort. In a world filled with despair, we must still dare to dream. And in a world filled with distrust, we must still dare to believe.” – Michael Jackson

“I really don’t care about the ‘I-could-have-beens.’ Life is only about the ‘I-tried-to-do.’ I don’t mind the failure but I can’t imagine that I’d forgive myself if I didn’t try.” – Nikki Giovanni

“It’s not the load the breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.” – Lena Horne

“We all have dreams. In order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort.” – Jesse Owens

“It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences.” – Audre Lorde

“You’re not obligated to win. You’re obligated to keep trying to do the best you can every day.” – Marian Wright Edelman

“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” – James Baldwin

“You’ve got to get to the stage in life where going for it is more important than winning or losing.” – Arthur Ashe

VSU Trojans making it happen academically on a Thursday afternoon in Johnston Memorial Library! Work hard now so that you can play hard later! Way to go State! Keep it going! We are proud of you!

Wow! This is awesome! It’s closing time at the campus library on Friday at 5:00 pm and there were many students who had to be TOLD THAT IT WAS TIME TO LEAVE! I wasn’t quick enough to get more than two photos. This is Virginia State University! #GreaterHappensHere

Good luck on your midterms Trojans!

Mr. Perry and some of the young men of VSU putting in work discussing plans for an upcoming student event! The collaborative energy and creative efforts were inspiring! A #GreaterAtVSU activity is in the works!!

Congratulations to 2x VSU alum Jneva Norfleet! Class of 2020 Valedictorian & 2022 M.Ed. Grad! So proud of your powerful combination of spirit and scholarship! Continue to be a blessing in everything that you do! Keep pressing, rising, and giving God glory! ⁦Jneva Norfleet⁩

Great day of service with Virginia State University students, staff, and Summer Bridge participants! What a magnificent morning of fellowship and fun representing at the Chesterfield County Food Bank in Ettrick!

Great day of service with Virginia State University students, staff, and Summer Bridge participants! What a magnificent morning of fellowship and fun representing at the Chesterfield County Food Bank in Ettrick!

A glimpse of a portion the VSU Class of 2026, the “Freshest” members of the VSU campus community, during their induction program. Mr. Keith Brown delivered a powerful motivational message to get the Out in 4 journey started!

What are VSU Trojans doing on a Wednesday morning at 10:00 am? They are getting their work done in the Johnston Memorial Library!

“Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.” —Dalai Lama Happy New Year!! Blessings in 2025!!!

“Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.” – Suzy Kassem

“Your talent determines what you can do. Your motivation determines how much you’re willing to do. Your attitude determines how well you do it.” —Lou Holtz